Buick Enclave: Hill Start Assist (HSA)
This vehicle has a Hill Start Assist (HSA) feature, which may be useful when
the vehicle is stopped on a grade. This feature is designed to prevent the vehicle
from rolling, either forward or rearward, during vehicle drive off. After the driver
completely stops and holds the vehicle in a complete standstill on a grade, HSA
will be automatically activated. During the transition period between when the driver
releases the brake pedal and starts to accelerate to drive off on a grade, HSA holds
the braking pressure to ensure that there is no rolling.
The brakes will automatically release when the accelerator pedal is applied within
the two-second window. It will not activate if the vehicle is in a drive gear and
facing downhill or if the vehicle is facing uphill and in R (Reverse).
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The vehicle has the StabiliTrak system which combines antilock brake, traction,
and stability control systems and helps the driver maintain directional control
of the vehicle in most driving condi
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Control of a Vehicle
Braking, steering, and accelerating are important factors in helping to control
a vehicle while driving.
Braking
Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. Deciding to push the
brake pedal is perception time. Actually doing it is reaction time.
Average drive
Radio(s)
Radio with CD, DVD, and USB Port
: Press to turn the system on and
off. Turn to increase or decrease the volume.
BAND: Press to choose between FM, AM, or XM™, if equipped.
: Select radio stations.
Seek or scan stations.
: Change the display between the
radio station frequen